Meet the Doctors

Dr. Lorne Swetlikoff, B.Sc., N.D. is a licensed Naturopathic Physician (Bastyr University of Naturopathic Medicine in Seattle) with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Cell and Development Biology from UBC. Dr. Swetlikoff has been in practice for 23 years and has extensive experience in comprehensive patient care and naturopathic medicine through his clinics in Vancouver and Castlegar. He currently owns and operates Vancouver Naturopathic Clinic a busy, progressive and successful naturopathic clinic in Vancouver. His focus is on family health care, integrative cancer care and regenerative and anti-aging medicine.

Dr. Swetlikoff values continuous education in the field of medicine and holds many special certifications in alternative health treatments such as anti-aging therapy, chelation therapy, neural therapy, orthomolecular therapy, ozone therapy and many other diploma and certificate programs in diagnosis and treatment technologies. Dr. Swetlikoff is an active professional member with leading professional medical organizations including American College for Advancement in Medicine, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, Institute For Functional Medicine, and the Occidental Institute.

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Swetlikoff has served as the President of the College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia from 2002-2011. Under the leadership of Dr. Swetlikoff, the College was able to work with the provincial government and multi-health care party negotiations to achieve ground breaking changes in the naturopathic medical scope of practice. Naturopathic physicians in BC enjoy one of the broadest scopes of practice in North America and now have prescribing authority for conventional drugs and natural substances requiring a prescription.

Industry officials and peers have acknowledged Dr. Swetlikoff as a leader in the field of naturopathic medicine. Dr. Swetlikoff has written for various newspapers including CBC Health Online, and is a respected lecturer and speaker on alternative health care in Canada.

Dr. Swetlikoff lives with his wife and three children in North Vancouver.

________Dr. Sanja Tamburic, ND
Dr. Sanja Tamburic is a naturopathic doctor that brings her background in allopathic and naturopathic medicine to treat the whole you. She is your partner in health: guiding you through a health assessment and developing a plan to help you achieve your health goals, providing treatments in a variety of modalities, and performing biofeedback to assess your progress. When faced with chronic pain, infertility, or other difficult-to-treat problems, many patients end up feeling alone in the system. Dr. Tamburic can provide help and guidance to help coordinate all your healing needs.

Dr. Tamburic offers a variety of Naturopathic therapies and Laboritory services and delivers comprehensive, specialized treatments for any age and any condition.

She believes that education and early prevention is the key to good health for years to come.

Dr. Sanja Tamburic speacializes in homeopathic and naturopathic medicine and the Bowen technique to transform your family’s health in a nurturing, effective and gentle way.

She holds a degree in Psychology and Naturopathic medicine and is a Certified Advanced Bowen Therapist. Currently, she teaches at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine.

She is a liscensed ND in BC, member of the College of Naturopathic Physicians (CNPBC), British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA) and a member of the Canadian Association of NDs (CAND).

I am a board certified naturopathic doctor with over a dozen years or clinical experience. In my practice I strive to empower patients to live healthier lives, always looking at everyone individually and asking the “why” questions when it comes to their health concerns.

I am excited to join the VNC team! I spend a great deal of clinical time in the areas or stress management, allergies, brain health, gut health, hormonal health, immune health, skin health, insomnia and inflammation. I aslo have advanced clinical training in DAN! (defeat autism now) and IMMH (integrated medicine for mental health). I have treated children on the autistic spectrum over my career as well as those dealing with the challenges of mental health concerns.

Using electrodermal testing, conventional laboratory testing and advanced laboratory testing for issues like allergies, toxins, hormones, infections and nutrient deficiencies, I strive to uncover what is going on with each patient and craft an individualized treatment plan that addresses their needs.

My previous education includes a BSc in Neuroscience from the Univeristy of British Columbia and a medical imaging degree from the British Columbia Institute of Technology. This is where I initially developed my passion for health and a keen interest in mind/body connections to healing.

I have also been active serving my profession for the past many years, sitting on the board of directors for both the British Columbia Naturopathic Association and the College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia. My last term was as the Board and Finance chair for the College.

Personally, I enjoy trail runs in North Vancouver with my springer spaniel, cooking and eating great food, playing and coaching hockey, music, and spending time with family and friends.

Dr. Stefan Kuprowsky is a Canadian naturopathic doctor with impressive academic credentials and a strong vision for natural medicine. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Anthropology from Trent University, a Master’s in Medical Anthropology and a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine. He has been in practice over 20 years as a Naturopathic Physician as well as a consultant, writer, lecturer, radio host and teacher in the natural health industry.

He has served as President of the BC Naturopathic Association and is currently serving on the BC College Board as Chairman of the Quality Assurance Committee. He is also a professor at the Boucher Institute Of Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster. Dr. Kuprowsky has studied mind-body medicine with Deepak Chopra and a certified instructor for Dr. Chopra’s Creative Health program.

Dr. Kuprowsky is a gifted healer and a visionary leader who is helping to create an integrated medicine for the 21st Century.

________Dr. Shahzaleen Jamal N.D.

Family Medicine + Acupuncture

My medical practice is centered on family health care. As a primary care naturopathic physician, the most important part of my practice is to spend time with my patients, to hear and understand their health concerns. I help my patients to optimize their health with treatment programs tailored to their individual needs and health goals, using the following treatment therapies: medical nutrition, herbal medicine, acupuncture, spinal adjustments and body work, counseling and homeopathy.

Naturopathic medicine can so easily be blended into your daily life: adding herbs & spices in your cooking, growing your own vegetables, making medicine with simple recipes, spending time in nature, incorporating a lovely hobby into your life, getting restful sleep, and finding ways to cope with everyday life stressors.

On a day off, my time is spent with my family and little puppy, puttering around the garden, long walks, watching old star trek episodes, and playing in the sun.

I am honored to live in this province of beauty and abundance, and to work in this amazing clinic. I look forward to helping you and your family with your health needs, and enriching your lives with Naturopathic Medicine.

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Dr. Tanja White BSc, Psych., N.D.

N.B. Dr White will be on sabbatical until 2018

Dr. Tanja White has been in the healthcare field for over 15 years and is passionate about helping her patients find the root cause of their issues and resolving them as quickly and effectively as possible. She prides herself in being a doctor of physiology first and foremost. She teaches patients that, much like a car, the body will eventually break down when its basic functions are out of balance and not supported. When we respect the inner workings of our bodies, we have the potential to optimize our health, prevent disease and live a long and healthy, symptom-free life.

Although there is no limit to Dr. White’s interest in health conditions, she does have a strong interest and expertise in treating the following conditions:

Dr. White is passionate about research and learning new ways of deepening her understanding of the physiology of the body to better help her patients get to the root cause of their problems. Her additional training and certifications are in the following:

Dr. White believes strongly in doctor as teacher and therefore takes the time in her appointments with patients to teach them the, “Why’s and What’s” of what she asks them to do. She also dedicates time to develop and teach nutrition and a master class in the treatment of Cervical Dysplasia at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine.

Dr. White is the mother of two lovely daughters 9 and 14 years old. Not only does she draw on her experiences as a Mother when she is working with her patients of all ages, but she also understands what it is like to be a busy Mom trying to meet all the demands in life. In her spare time, Dr White loves to be in the kitchen (creating healthy meals for her family while listening to podcasts on health and wellness) or outside in the forest or at the beach walking and running with her dog.

Dr. White earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and graduated with Distinction. She is a graduate of the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine in New Westminster, BC. Her license as a Naturopathic Doctor (ND) is with the College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia (CNPBC) and she is a member of the British Columbia Naturopathic Association (BCNA).